We are located at:

11369 E. Carson St, Lakewood, CA

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Shoestring Music Festival!



SHOESTRING   MUSIC  FESTIVAL! 
                   
  Saturday,November 3
Noon – 5:00PM

Call (562) 896-5825 for directions


              * The Johnny Rooks * Dan McNay *                       *Joe Sands Fontenot Creole Cajun Band*
*Cody LePow Sandra B Good*
* The Poor Planners*
 

 SUGGESTED ADMISSION DONATION:
$10.00 Adults     Kids FREE!

Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian

         LIVE Bluegrass, Folk, Country & Zydeco Music 
   Face Painting    Fun Activities for Kids 
Food & Beverages for Sale   Ranch Animals to Pet 

**Bring a blanket or beach chair to sit back, relax and enjoy the music!



Friday, September 14, 2012

Life at the Ranch August 2012

       Miss Mary and her Little Gentleman Moe giving a lesson on how to groom a horse!

Somebody come scratch me!

Ahhh that's the spot!

Twinkie the Llama and Kelly having a snuggle-session

She loves giving kisses!
         

Tuesday, July 10, 2012

About Us!


Who we are: Shoestring City Ranch is a non-profit 501(c)(3) ranch for kids, home to horses, goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, rabbits, a donkey, and a llama.

What we do: Educate children about humane animal care, sustainable living and how to work together effectively, all in a ranch setting.

Why we do what we do: We love animals and have a passion for sharing that love of animals with children in our community. 

What we hope to achieve: We believe that if children learn to treat animals with compassion, respect and dignity, they will in turn treat their neighbors as such. Through having positive experiences with the animals, our hope is for the kids to become little vessels of hope, happiness and love who will grow in to adults that carry on those traits and touch other people with the positive qualities they were taught as children.

Our goal is for the animals to play a role in mending the hearts of anyone who hurts and that people will find solace and safety in the non-judgmental faces of the animals, many of whom themselves have known pain and brokenness.

What do we want from you, the community: To use your gifts and talents, whatever they may be, to add richness and substance to the ranch; whether it be building a structure, fixing a fence, teaching an animal class, planting and maintaining a garden, singing, dancing, laughing, as long as it will bring something good to the animals and kids of the ranch, we want you to share it with us. SCR is a place to exercise the true meaning of “community”.

Monday, July 9, 2012

THANK YOU!!

We are so touched and humbled by the outpouring of support and love from all over the country!  Just wanted to let everyone know that we are so very thankful!  From all of us at Shoestring City Ranch, THANK YOU!! 

Monday, July 2, 2012

You're Invited!

You’re Invited!
What:  Viewing of SCR featured on ABC’s reality show
“Secret Millionaire”!
Where:  Gaslamp Restaurant, 6251 E. Pacific Coast Hwy,
Long Beach, CA 90803
When: Sunday, July 8, 2012 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Why: To support Shoestring City Ranch!
*Shoestring City Ranch T-Shirt kindly requested*
You must RSVP to Karen Thompson at (562) 818-7930.  Limited Seating!  Hope to see you there!!!

If you can't attend, watch SCR at home on
"Secret Millionaire" on ABC Channel 7 at 8:00PM
Sunday, July 8th!

Shoestring City Ranch to be featured on ABC's "Secret Millionaire"!

Shoestring City Ranch is going to be featured on ABC's "Secret Millionaire"!  A few months ago, camera crews came to the ranch to do a documentary on non-profit organizations in the Long Beach area.  We showed them what our ranch was about, and what we're trying to accomplish in the community.  Little did we know, the host of the show was not who she said she was, and we got a big surprise at the end!

The show airs Sunday, July 8th at 8PM PST on ABC.  Hope you can watch!

Watch below for a sneak peak!



Welcoming, Dolly the Llama!

This sweet little girl was rescued yesterday from San Diego and brought to our ranch.  She is very friendly and oh-so-cute.  Come by to say hi to her! 



Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Summer Reading Program!



 Shoestring City Ranch 
SUMMERTIME
Animal-Assisted Reading Program!

For Kids Ages 5-12
SCR is offering summertime reading assistance for elementary school-aged children! Bring your kids down to the ranch on Sundays for Reading with the Animals! Experienced volunteers will work with the children on their vocabulary and assist to improve their literacy skill level through reading to the ranch animals!

Every 3rd Sunday of the month
2:00-3:30 PM
2012 Dates:
 June 24

July 15
August 19
(Will offer more dates during weekdays upon request!)
 **Reservation Required - Contact Kelly (562) 685-6270 **
Email: shoestringcityranch4kids@gmail.com
Suggested Donation: $5 per child

www.shoestringcityranch.org

**No drop-offs please, parents must stay on ranch premises to supervise child**

Saturday, February 11, 2012

COUNTRY FAIR!



Join us Saturday, March 24th 11:30AM - 4:00PM for a Country Fair!


Horse show, BBQ, Pony Rides, Farm Animals to pet, Live Bluegrass Jam, Bunny Fun and more!


Fun for the whole family! Admission is FREE


                  Call (562) 896-5825 for directions!